OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Historical Society is seeking proposals for “Milestones in Oklahoma History”: The Oklahoma History Symposium. This one-day event will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City.
Presented by the Oklahoma Historical Society, the symposium encompasses a range of historical topics related to the state of Oklahoma. It provides a venue for scholars, students, educators, public history professionals and the general public from across the state and region to share their work and interests with others.
In 2026, the Oklahoma History Symposium will convene during preparation for two significant national commemorations: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the 100th anniversary of the designation of U.S. Highway 66. Therefore, the 2026 symposium will center on the theme “Milestones in Oklahoma History.”
Proposals are now being accepted for presentations that examine significant events in Oklahoma history from a variety of perspectives. The deadline to submit proposals is Saturday, November 15.
Learn more about the 2026 Oklahoma History Symposium and download the proposal submission form at okhistory.org/symposium. For more information, call Tory Tedder-Loffland at 405-522-0843 or email symposium@history.ok.gov.
The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications, the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit okhistory.org.